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You can never have enough ties. Taking the burden off of grandma, your girlfriend and your wallet, FreshNeck ($15+) offers a huge library of neckpieces (along with bowties, cufflinks, pocket squares and other assorted style items) for your perusal and rental. The service works because of some inherent laws of manhood.

We're not all in on the skinny tie phenomenon. But they're absolutely a part of your style arsenal and happen to be in big time right now -- besides, those extra-bloated wide-os make you look like your fat uncle. Brooklyn-based Skinny Fatties has the simple, cost-effective and good-looks-inducing solution:

Ties disappeared from the office faster than fax machines once the silicon valley teens-turned-CEOs labeled them as "fun workplace" enemy number one. But if Etro's combination of classic American colors and Italian knit work doesn't add pop to your typical uniform of oxfords and jeans, nothing will. Combine the strong stripes with a solid shirt in lighter colors and be the one uomo in a room full of boys.

The watch experts at Hodinkee have teamed up with the esteemed English clothier Drakes to create a pair of limited edition Drakes for Hodinkee knit ties inspired by two unique vintage Rolexes. Like all Drake ties, both are hand

You'll see them, you'll want them, but you better hurry up and grab'em because these gorgeous Stalward Ltd. Neckties ($64) won't be around much longer. The New York based company is serious about adding a touch of fun to modern

Spring time always holds a particular soft spot for fashionistas. After long months spent covering up in warm attire, the change in season is duly celebrated with a liberating explosion of style. Not to be outdone, social fashion enterprise Apolis presents

Bow ties are a nice sartorial addition to any wardrobe. When used correctly they can project confidence and a tad of stylistic swagger sure to earn you compliments. If you're looking to start a collection of bow ties or add to

We’ve all been drawn in by the department store display tables, teeming with overlapping ties that look as if they just finished battling an arsenal of color grenades. That doesn’t make it right when you succumb to the life-size kaleidoscope though.

Mountain & Sackett has been turning out handmade ties in New York’s garment district for 57 years and, in recent years, they’ve been going stronger than ever. Some of the credit is due Al Gore’s Internet, as it's allowed the

The necktie. Thanks to a timely rebirth of vintage styling, what was once the largely vilified mascot for corporate enslavement has become an expressive wardrobe necessity. But in a world full of cheaply made factory-assembled neckwear, do yourself a favor and

Skinny ties are now a veteran accessory for the style seekers (hell, everybody and their mother are making them) not to mention a staple accessory for guys looking to spruce up an otherwise plain looking shirt. At least that's what fashion

If celebrating Easter is part of your plans this weekend, try mixing up your look with a little help from Psycho Bunny. Definitely in line with the obligatory pastel color schemes that will blind many an onlooker come Sunday, they're certainly

Kids in Brooklyn and the fashion powers-at-large may be doing their damndest to convince the world the skinny tie is king, but that doesn't mean they're necessarily right. Standing firmly in defense of the classic male look obtained with the help

Rising from the men's fashion hotbed of Minnesota, Pierre Pont Hicks was launched this past year by husband and wife team, Kat + Mac. Their backgrounds are quite the dichotomy, with Mac hailing from real-estate development and construction

Between your new love of vintage style and the goods that you own, there lies a gap. Perhaps. Perhaps that gap is between the highly structured ties of your college/job interview days and the style of tie befitting of your weekender

Gear Patrol has written about Vittorio J ties in the past, to great laud. Recently, we got the chance to try on a few pieces from Vittorio J's new Exclusive Collection, a hand-numbered limited edition set of ties that

By Gear Patrol reader Mitch Granger
For most of us, dressing for work involves little thought. We wake up, put on the obligatory pieces of clothing that insure we're appropriately dressed based on our position and office environment, and walk out the

There isn't a lot you can be certain of in these wayfaring times, but one sure bet is the you're going to be sweating bullets this summer. If you live in an area with impenetrable summer humidity (e.g. the East Coast

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There are a few tie patterns that will always be classic: varsity stripe, warren check, or skull & crossbones. Yes,

Wherever your political credences reside, it's undeniable that our new Commander In Chief can also command a suit. At the Inaugural Ball on January 20th, Mr. Obama paired a bowtie along with his tuxedo and, though little is special about a bow tie+tuxedo, this

12 Months Of Prep

This past weekend Anthony made an appearance at a prep themed MBA party in Chicago. Ironically, he's not pursuing an MBA but that's neither here nor there. Regardless, while packing he seeked out prepster sartorial advice in me. Long story

Now that the Democratic and Republican conventions are finally upon us, there's no avoiding politics. We suggest subtly showing your party support with these classic Elephant and Donkey printed ties from Vineyard Vines. You are, after all, a man of discerning taste. Made of

Amp up your wardrobe with one of J.Crew's new slightly preppy, but laid back Italian silk knit skinny ties. About 2 inches at it's widest point, the Italian made ties will pair with your white oxford shirts and a pair of chinos. Throw a

Every men's wardrobe arsenal should be equipped with a black tie, a skinny tie if you're a braver dresser. They pull a bit of chic, a bit of beek and a bit of attitude that makes them unique altogether.
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